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Buchanan Elementary School

255 Schoolhouse Rd
Buchanan, VA 24066
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 300 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Buchanan Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 300 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 20% in VA
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Buchanan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

School Overview

Buchanan Elementary School's student population of 300 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Primarily virtual)
Total Students
300 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Buchanan Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buchanan Elementary School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#288 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)
85-89%
68%
(20-21)
75-79%
69%
(20-21)
60-69%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
2%
19%
Black
n/a
22%
White
94%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
0.12
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Buchanan Elementary School's ranking?
Buchanan Elementary School is ranked #288 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Buchanan Elementary School?
300 students attend Buchanan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Buchanan Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buchanan Elementary School?
Buchanan Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Buchanan Elementary School offer ?
Buchanan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Primarily virtual).
What school district is Buchanan Elementary School part of?
Buchanan Elementary School is part of Botetourt County 51爆料s.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 300 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 6%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : 60-69% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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